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The Bhakti Movement: Understanding Kirtan & Bhajan

The Bhakti Movement: Understanding Kirtan and Bhajan The Bhakti movement originated in the 6th century in India. The period is characterized by devotional poetry woven around the themes of love, devotion and surrender to Hindu deities. Mystics from different regions of India expressed their devotion through hymns and poems in vernacular form. The movement arose from a need to create a direct and personal relationship … Continue reading The Bhakti Movement: Understanding Kirtan & Bhajan

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Kulashekhara Alwar’s Perumal Tirumozhi – Music of the Bhakthi Saints

The ninth of the twelve alwars, Kulasekhara Alwar, was a king of the Chera dynasty. Known as a philosopher king, he showed great interest in spirituality whilst still engaged in matters of state. His devotion took the form of poetry of which the Mukunda Mala in Sanskrit is the most famous work. Several tales, possibly apocryphal, talk of his intense love for his Lord Ranganatha. … Continue reading Kulashekhara Alwar’s Perumal Tirumozhi – Music of the Bhakthi Saints

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